Prime Inc.
$50,000 - $80,000+OTR, Regional, Refrigerated, Tanker, Flatbed
Very High Demand
Hazmat Truck Driver Jobs in Pennsylvania
Browse hazmat trucking positions across Pennsylvania with top carriers hiring now.
Average Pay
$81,000 - $115,000
Demand Level
Very High
Top Carriers
5+ Hiring
Key Cities
5+ Markets
Hazmat Trucking in Pennsylvania
Hazmat drivers in Pennsylvania serve the region's pharmaceutical, chemical manufacturing, and fuel distribution sectors. The Northeast's industrial corridor generates consistent demand for endorsed hazmat CDL holders. Hazmat driver demand in Pennsylvania is very high, with the limited pool of endorsed drivers keeping pay strong and job security high.
Top Companies Hiring Hazmat Drivers in PA
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Crete Carrier Corporation
$55,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Refrigerated, Flatbed
Groendyke Transport
$65,000 - $100,000+OTR, Regional, Tanker, Hazmat
Ruan Transportation
$58,000 - $88,000Local, Regional, Dedicated, Tanker, Bulk
Schneider National
$50,000 - $85,000OTR, Regional, Dedicated, Tanker, Intermodal
Driving jobs we are recruiting for in Pennsylvania
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OTR Dry Van Driver
$55,000 - $77,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Reefer Driver
$60,000 - $84,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Flatbed Driver
$61,500 - $87,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Step Deck Driver
$62,500 - $88,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Tanker Driver
$63,000 - $89,000/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Hazmat Driver
$64,500 - $91,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
OTR Car Hauler Driver
$66,000 - $93,000/year · Out 2–3 weeks
OTR Oversized Driver
$69,000 - $97,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Regional Intermodal Driver
$56,000 - $79,000/year · Home weekly
Local Box Truck Driver
$46,000 - $65,000/year · Home daily
Regional Dump Truck Driver
$52,000 - $73,500/year · Home most nights
Local Cement Mixer Driver
$52,500 - $74,500/year · Home daily
OTR Hotshot Driver
$57,000 - $80,500/year · Out 1–2 weeks
Regional Less Than Truckload Driver
$58,000 - $82,000/year · Home weekly
OTR Power Only Driver
$55,000 - $77,500/year · Out 2–3 weeks
Local Straight Truck Driver
$45,000 - $63,500/year · Home daily
Top Cities for Hazmat Jobs in Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
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Pittsburgh
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Allentown
Pennsylvania
Harrisburg
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Scranton
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Key Freight Routes in Pennsylvania
1
PA Turnpike/I-76 (Philadelphia to Pittsburgh)
2
I-81 (Scranton to Harrisburg corridor)
3
I-78 (Lehigh Valley to NJ)
Requirements for Hazmat Driving in PA
- Valid CDL-A license with hazmat (H) endorsement
- TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential)
- TSA background check clearance
- 2+ years clean CDL-A experience
- Knowledge of hazmat placarding, routing, and emergency procedures
- DOT physical card and clean MVR (no accidents or major violations)
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Hazmat Trucking Jobs in Pennsylvania — FAQs
How much do hazmat truck drivers make in Pennsylvania?
Hazmat truck drivers in Pennsylvania earn $81,000 - $115,000 annually, depending on experience, endorsements, and carrier. Pay rates in Pennsylvania run above the national average due to higher cost of living and dense freight markets. Sign-on bonuses are widely advertised in this market, but the amount, the qualifying period and the clawback terms differ by carrier — read the offer letter rather than the recruiting ad, and ask when the money actually lands.
How long does it take to get a hazmat endorsement in Pennsylvania?
Getting a hazmat endorsement in Pennsylvania takes 4 to 6 weeks total. The process includes studying for and passing the written hazmat knowledge test at your PA DMV, submitting fingerprints for a TSA background check, and waiting for clearance. The background check is the longest step. Some carriers in Pennsylvania will reimburse the TWIC card fee ($125) and help with the endorsement process.
Are trucking companies in Pennsylvania hiring hazmat drivers in 2026?
Yes — hazmat driver demand in Pennsylvania is very high heading into 2026. Pennsylvania is one of the top hiring markets for hazmat drivers, with multiple carriers offering sign-on bonuses, increased CPM rates, and accelerated hiring processes. Check individual carrier listings for current openings and application requirements in PA.